Outreach and Recruitment Coordinator

Outreach and Recruitment Coordinator

Department: FACS-Human Development & Family Science. Campus:
University of Georgia, Athens area. Position is full-time
, Exempt.

The Outreach and Recruitment Coordinator will lead efforts to develop and sustain relationships with organizations, agencies, and community leaders who can help connect couples to ECG workshops and services. This individual will also coordinate recruitment activities and supervise student interns and assistants who support enrollment, engagement, and data tracking efforts. The role involves proactive outreach, strong communication skills, and a collaborative spirit to ensure smooth recruitment and participation experiences for all couples.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent.

• Master's degree in human development and family science, family and consumer sciences, social work, education, or a related field, or a Bachelor's degree with at least four years of relevant experience.

• Promote ECG by coordinating and conducting outreach efforts with community agencies, organizations, schools, faith-based groups, and other stakeholders across Georgia.
• Identify, contact, and engage potential referral sources and community leaders to expand awareness and access to ECG workshops and services.
• Build and maintain reciprocal, collaborative relationships with referral partners through regular communication, appreciation efforts, and shared outreach opportunities.
• Represent ECG at local and statewide events, meetings, and conferences to increase visibility and foster community engagement.
• Collaborate with UGA Extension agents, community partners, and project staff to coordinate marketing and outreach campaigns that align with ECG goals.

• Lead recruitment activities to ensure couples are effectively referred, enrolled, and supported throughout the program.
• Coordinate and monitor the workflow of recruitment and enrollment processes, ensuring timely follow-up and accurate documentation.
• Supervise, train, and schedule undergraduate and graduate student interns/assistants who provide support in outreach, participant enrollment, and case tracking.
• Develop and maintain protocols and training resources to guide recruitment, intake, and engagement procedures.
• Ensure a positive and efficient experience for participants from initial contact through completion of the program.

• Maintain detailed records of outreach activities, contacts, and partnership outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment and enrollment activities in internal databases and project tracking systems.
• Support evaluation efforts by documenting recruitment metrics and providing feedback on outreach effectiveness.
• Contribute to progress reports and assist in preparing summaries of outreach accomplishments and partnership highlights.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement meetings and use data to inform outreach and engagement strategies.

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and implement outreach and recruitment activities.
• Experience working with adult learners and community-based programs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Demonstrated professionalism, initiative, and follow-through.
• Ability to assign tasks and monitor progress to ensure adherence with project needs and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, web-based technology, and basic data management systems.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Ability to complete and process administrative and quality assurance paperwork and prepare progress reports.

• Sitting at a computer.
• Lifting up to 15 lbs.
• Driving as needed.
• Travel and participate in overnight, out-of-town meetings and trainings.
• Work evenings and weekends as needed.

Full-time. Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with occasional evening, weekend, travel, and overnight meeting requirements.

Location:

Athens Area.

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